Minnesota Public Radio Stories

Homelessness on the rise in MinnesotaA new study says homelessness in Minnesota has risen sharply as unemployment and foreclosures have forced people out of permanent housing. The survey by St. Paul-based Wilder Research counted nearly 9,500 homeless people - up more than 20 percent from the 2006 count.11:00 a.m.

Guests

Greg Owen: Consulting Scientist at Wilder Research, director of the new homelessness study.

Laura Kadwell: Director for Ending Long-term Homelessness, a state program.